Is Pat Freiermuth playing tonight? Why Steelers TE is off to quiet start in Week 18

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The Pittsburgh Steelers need more out of tight end Pat Freiermuth in the Week 18 contest versus the Baltimore Ravens.

With wide receiver DK Metcalf sidelined once again due to a suspension, the Steelers are extremely short-handed when it comes to pass-catchers.

Despite that, Freiermuth is off to a slow start on Sunday night, which has become a familiar occurrence this season.

Is Pat Freiermuth playing tonight?​

Yes, Freiermuth is active and healthy, he just hasn't gotten involved yet.

And that's really no surprise, as the veteran tight end has become an afterthought in the offense, which is especially inexcusable with how poor Pittsburgh's pass-catcher situation is.

We'd like to see Freiermuth will get going soon, but there is zero guarantee that will happen.

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